Tag Archives: Steve Case

Steve Case, the founder of AOL and currently the Chief Executive of Revolution, an investment firm, probably makes one of the best distinctions between entrepreneurs and large companies in his interview with The New York Times. He calls entrepreneurs “attackers”, … Continue reading →

We have two ears and one mouth so that we can listen twice as much as we speak.” Epictetus quotes (Greek philosopher associated with the Stoics, AD 55-c.135) Managers often think they’re good at listening but if you ask their staff, … Continue reading →

Hurricane Sandy…(refuse to call it “Storm Sandy” and doubt any other New Yorker would consider that just a storm! ) was a visual and visceral example of change. While business change may not be as life-threatening or physically dangerous, it … Continue reading →

When Ben & Jerry launched their ice cream company, they had a big problem. Ben Cohen had a diminished sense of smell and taste. Jerry could have taken a dismissive attitude and ignored Ben. Hey, the pressure was on, they … Continue reading →

Here’s a great ad that will air during the Super Bowl. It’s created by the Kauffman Foundation, which studies and encourages entrepreneurship. We found out about it from Steve Case, an entrepreneur who founded AOL and is now Chairman of … Continue reading →

Boosting entrepreneurship and small business so jobs are created is the focus of the new StartUp Partnership America, a private/public sector initiative chaired by former AOL co-founder Steve Case. While creating jobs is certainly needed, taking care of employees is equally important from a talent management resource issue. Your team … Continue reading →

We’ve been hearing a lot about change from our clients. Some companies are facing the good kind brought on by strong demand for their products. Others are facing tough competition and pressure on their prices. Meanwhile, human resource executives are … Continue reading →